Pulse Check
Edinburgh Cannon waiting for the season-defining moment
The franchise sits in a balanced state, with the next few fixtures likely to decide whether the mood turns into belief or pressure.
Franchise Identity Layer
RISING Franchise
“Fire with Purpose. Honour with Pride.”
The Edinburgh Cannon stand as one of Scotland’s proud representatives in the World Fantasy Rugby universe. Inspired by the history, resilience, and fighting spirit of Scotland’s capital city, the Cannon have forged an identity built on courage, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Known for their powerful forward play, tactical intelligence, and refusal to surrender, the Cannon embody the character of Edinburgh itself — historic, resilient, and fiercely proud. Every player who wears the club colours understands they represent not only a franchise, but a city with centuries of tradition and a deep passion for rugby.
The Edinburgh Cannon are driven by the pursuit of success, the pride of Scotland, and the belief that greatness is achieved through unity, sacrifice, and determination. Every match is another opportunity to honour their heritage and add new chapters to their growing legacy.
Club DNA
Prestige83
Legacy79
Fan Pulse80
Dynasty☆☆☆☆☆
Squad Size30
Total Salary$79,825,000
CompetitionWFR Conference One
CountryScotland
Franchise Momentum Layer
STABLE Momentum
50/100Edinburgh Cannon enter WFR XXX with rising expectations and a scottish strength identity. The club mood is balanced, with the next run of fixtures set to define the season narrative. Season expectation: Competitive. Rivalry watch is locked on Harlequins Cymraeg, with heat currently sitting at 87/100.
Momentum
50
Media Pressure
50
Rivalry Heat
87
Supporter Pulse + Media Watch
Building
BALANCED“The Edinburgh faithful are building as Edinburgh Cannon prepare for the next chapter.”
“The fanbase is watching closely for an early statement performance.”
“The media mood is measured, but one big result could change the tone quickly.”
“The rivalry with Harlequins Cymraeg is already circled in gold on the calendar.”
Rivalry Watch · BOILING
Edinburgh Cannon vs Harlequins Cymraeg · Heat 87/100
Phase 2.2 · Live News / Story Engine
WFR Story Wire
Auto-generated franchise headlines using momentum, media pressure, supporter mood, rivalry heat, legacy and expectation data.
Live Narrative Feed
Media Take
Media tone remains measured
The club still has room to build its campaign before the pressure meter becomes a headline of its own.
Rivalry Feed
Rivalry heat reaches boiling point
Edinburgh Cannon and Harlequins Cymraeg are now linked in one of the most watched storylines on the WFR calendar.
Legacy Lens
Identity era taking shape
The scottish strength identity gives this club a clear personality as the wider WFR story develops.
Supporter Voice
Supporter mood: Building
The edinburgh supporters are setting the emotional temperature around the club, and that pulse will become louder as results arrive.
Phase 2.4 · Live Matchday Universe
BUZZING Stadium Energy
Edinburgh Cannon v Paris Titans · Edinburgh Rugby Stadium · WFR Match Feed
Live Matchday Feed
Stadium Energy
73/100
Match Importance
68/100
Projected Crowd
7,800
Broadcast Match Intro
Tonight under the lights at Edinburgh Rugby Stadium, Edinburgh Cannon prepare for Paris Titans with the edinburgh faithful already making noise.
Dynamic Crowd Commentary
Projected attendance is tracking around 7,800 of 7,800 capacity, with late demand now capped by stadium size.
The crowd build-up is steady, with the first big moment likely to decide the tone inside the stadium.
Fan mood: Building. Season expectation: Competitive.
Match Pressure Headlines
This is a statement opportunity more than a routine fixture.
Supporters want proof that the club mood is turning into on-field authority.
Franchise Command Centre
Welcome to the fan-facing headquarters for Edinburgh Cannon. Follow the squad, fixtures, results, ladder position and latest club stories as WFR XXX comes alive.
Scottish Strength · RISING Franchise
Squad Roster Click any player for Real Life + WFR Life
| Pick | Player | Position | Country | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #437 |
Blair Kinghorn
Toulouse · WFR00047 |
First Five | Scotland | $6,000,000 |
| #447 |
Huw Jones
Glasgow Warriors · WFR00248 |
Centre | Scotland | $4,000,000 |
| #457 |
Chris Harris
Gloucester Rugby · WFR00224 |
Centre | Scotland | $4,000,000 |
| #467 |
Matt Scott
Leicester Tigers · WFR00274 |
Centre | Scotland | $4,000,000 |
| #477 |
Jare Oguntibeju
Glasgow Warriors · WFR00090 |
Lock | Scotland | $4,500,000 |
| #487 |
Mak Rutherford
Edinburgh · WFR00106 |
Lock | Scotland | $4,500,000 |
| #497 |
Sam Byrd
Edinburgh · WFR00116 |
Lock | Scotland | $4,500,000 |
| #513 |
Elliot Gourlay
Leicester Tigers · WFR02635 |
Utility Back | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #519 |
Ollie Leatherbrow
Newcastle Red Bulls · WFR02162 |
Flanker | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #539 |
Aaron Reed
unattached · WFR02386 |
Wing | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #550 |
Mikey Jones
Edinburgh · WFR02120 |
Prop | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #557 |
Teddy Leatherbarrow
Scarlets · WFR02298 |
Flanker | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #558 |
Benhard Janse van Rensburg
Bristol Bears · WFR00133 |
Centre | South Africa | $4,500,000 |
| #578 |
Murphy Walker
Glasgow Warriors · WFR06101 |
Prop | Scotland | $1,500,000 |
| #592 |
Josh Taylor
Ealing Trailfinders · WFR05866 |
No.8 | Scotland | $1,500,000 |
| #601 |
Amena Caqusau
Glasgow Warriors · WFR04477 |
Wing | Scotland | $1,500,000 |
| #610 |
Cameron Jones (SCO)
Ospreys · WFR02514 |
Scrumhalf | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #619 |
Ewan Ashman
Edinburgh · WFR01829 |
Hooker | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #628 |
Nathan McBeth
Glasgow Warriors · WFR02136 |
Prop | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #637 |
Rory Darge
Glasgow Warriors · WFR02213 |
No.8 | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #646 |
Kyle Rowe
Glasgow Hawks RFC · WFR02970 |
Wing | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #655 |
Max Williamson
Glasgow Warriors · WFR02109 |
Lock | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #664 |
Nathan Chamberlain
Edinburgh Accies · WFR03182 |
First Five | Scotland | $2,000,000 |
| #673 |
Euan Ferrie
Boroughmuir Bears · WFR01239 |
Lock | Scotland | $2,500,000 |
| #682 |
Gregor Brown (SCO1)
Currie Chieftains · WFR01266 |
Flanker | Scotland | $2,500,000 |
| #691 |
Jamie Dobie
Glasgow Warriors · WFR00857 |
Scrumhalf | Scotland | $3,000,000 |
| #700 |
Jordan Edmunds
Boroughmuir Bears · WFR00879 |
Prop | Scotland | $3,000,000 |
| #709 |
Matt Currie
Edinburgh · WFR00931 |
Centre | Scotland | $3,000,000 |
| #718 |
Adam Gauder
unattached · WFR19067 |
Centre | Sri Lanka | $75,000 |
| #727 |
Elliott Young (SCO)
Scotland U20 · WFR07154 |
Hooker | Scotland | $1,250,000 |